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Gabrielle Henry bested over 20 other contestants to be crowned Miss Universe Jamaica 2025 on Saturday, August 9 at AC Hotel in Kingston. The 28-year-old medical doctor will represent Jamaica at Miss Universe 2025 in Thailand this November. She succeeds last year's winner Rachel Silvera. Apart from winning Miss Universe Jamaica, she also bagged the Best in Swimwear, Personality Award, Media Challenge, and the Altruism Award. Troy-Ann Anderson and Matea Smith were announced the first and second runners-up, respectively. The new Miss Universe Jamaica won her coveted national title in her second attempt. She already joined the pageant in 2023 and became one of the Top 6 finalists. Gabrielle is an ophthalmology resident at the University Hospital of the West Indies. A passionate advocate for the visually impaired, she founded the See Me Foundation to help members of the visually impaired community of Jamaica. Road to the 74th Miss Universe: View this post on Insta...

Joy Barcoma was hailed the winner of Miss Philippines Earth 2025 on Sunday, August 10 at the 5-star Okada Manila hotel in Parañaque City. The 26-year-old host and consultant representing Bacoor City was crowned by her predecessor Irha Mel Alfeche of Matanao, Davao del Sur, who made the Top 12 at Miss Earth 2024 last November. Liz Mabao of Antipolo City was named Miss Philippines Air while Angel Rose Tambal of La Paz (Leyte), Jaymie Strickland of Tallahassee (Florida, USA), and Kriezl Jane Torres of Talakag (Bukidnon) clinched the Miss Philippines Water, Fire, and Eco Tourism, respectively. The newly crowned Miss Philippines Earth became the 25th winner of the annual national competition. She will represent her country at Miss Earth 2025, the silver anniversary edition of the Miss Earth pageant, whose date and venue are yet to be announced. Joy is a graduate of Polytechnic University of the Philippines with a degree in broadcasting. She is a passionate ambassador of LoveYo...

Jaime VandenBerg was announced the winner of Miss Universe Canada 2025 on Saturday, August 9 at the Chrysler Theatre in Windsor, Ontario. The 28-year-old international model and actress from Lethbridge, Alberta will represent Canada at the Miss Universe 2025 pageant in Thailand this November. Karmen Brar was named first runner-up while Jabili Kandula, Malayika Kwizera, and Kamuahao Hei weret the second, third, and fourth runners-up, respectively. The new Miss Universe Canada was crowned by her predecessor Ashley Callingbull who made the Top 12 at Miss Universe 2024 held last November in Mexico. Jamie is no stranger to pageantry, having joined the 71st Miss World competition last year in Mumbai, India and made the Top 40 among 112 contestants. She holds a bachelor's degree in philosophy from the the University of Lethbridge. Her commitment to philanthropy led to her recognition with a Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal and the International Diana Award. Road to...

Bereniece Dickenson was proclaimed the winner of Miss Universe Turks and Caicos 2025 last Friday, August 1 at Gustarvus Lightbourne Sports Complex in Kew Town Settlement. The 22-year-old architecture and building technology graduate from Salt Cay will represent the Turks and Caicos Islands at Miss Universe 2025 in Thailand this November. Selena Grant, 24, from Providenciales, was announced as first runner-up and bagged the Best Costume award. The rest of the contestants, Aaliyah Elliott and Farrah Grant were awarded Miss Congeniality and Miss Social Impact, respectively. The new Miss Universe Turks and Caicos by her predecessor, last year's winner Raynae Myers. Road to the 74th Miss Universe: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Bereniece Dickenson (@bereniece_dm) Photos: Miss Universe Turks and Caicos, Bereniece Dickenson / Instagram

The Miss Denmark Organization no longer holds the license for Miss Universe Denmark while Dubai based Filipino socialite Josh Yugen recently emerged as new national director. In a statement on social media, the new license holder shared, "The House of Yugen, the global powerhouse behind some of the most groundbreaking and inclusive pageants in the world, has officially taken over the national license of Miss Universe Denmark." The new Miss Universe Denmark licensee has also opened registration for Miss Universe Denmark 2025 to all aspiring Danish beauty queens who have what it takes to represent Denmark at Miss Universe 2025 in Thailand this November. In an official statement, the president of Miss Denmark org Lisa Lents shared her proudest achievements after losing Miss Universe license, "Winning a grand slam pageant as a National Director and guiding a contestant to victory is a once-in-a-lifetime experience - an achievement that forever changes lives and leaves a last...

Inna Moll, representing Vitacura, was crowned Miss Universe Chile 2025 in a national competitipn held on Friday, August 1 in Santiago. The 28-year-old model and influencer will now prepare to represent Chile at the Miss Universe 2025 pageant in Thailand this November. Martina Kriskovich of Huechuraba was named first runner-up while María Jesús Honorato of Las Condes, Scarlett Hermosilla of Lo Barnechea, and Paula Jiménez of Providencia were the second, third, and fourth runners-up, respectively. This year's final competition was held at the studio of Canal 13 television network. Reigning Universe Victoria Kjær Theilvig from Denmark graced the glittering event as a special guest. The new Miss Universe Chile succeeds last year's winner Emilia Dides who made the Top 12 at Miss Universe 2024 last November in Mexico. Road to the 74th Miss Universe: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Miss Universo Chile® (@misschileuniverso) Photos: Anto...

The Top 16 finalists vying for Miss Universe Malaysia 2025 have been officially revealed in a press conference held on Thursday, July 31 at Holiday Inn Kuala Lumpur Bangsar. Former Miss Grand International Malaysia and runner-up of Miss Universe Malaysia 2020 Charissa Chong was also announced as the new national director during the event. "My goal is to ignite the potential within every Malaysian woman. With our 2025 tagline 'Redefining Your Journey,' we are creating a space where each finalist feels empowered to embrace her identity, celebrate our diversity, and pursue her dreams without limits," said the newly appointed director. The open call for applications began on May 4, attracting hundreds of women from across the country. A closed-door and an online audition were held on 14 June and 18 June, with evaluations conducted by a panel of esteemed judges. Contestants were assessed on intellect, cultural awareness, communication skills, poise, and confidence, with 26...

Andrea Valero was crowned Miss Universe Spain 2025 in a national competition held on Wednesday, July 30 at Plaza de San Agustín in Los Realejos, Tenerife. The 28-year-old entrepreneur from Galicia will represent Spain at Miss Universe 2025 in Thailand this November. She succeeds last year's winner Michelle Jiménez. Rosalia Daud of Canaria and Julietta Salvatierra of Andalusia were announced the first and second runners-up, respectively. María Espí of Comunidad Valenciana and Esmeralda Fuentes of Comunidad de Madrid rounded out the Top 5 finalists. "I am filled with excitement and pride to represent Spain in Thailand. My goal is to carry our flag with dignity and make all Spaniards proud of me and our country," said the new Miss Universe Spain. "I know the road to November will be filled with hard work and dedication, but I'm determined to give it my all every step of the process," she added. Road to the 74th Miss Universe: View this post on Instagra...

Lihasha Lindsay-White was proclaimed the winner of Miss Universe Sri Lanka 2025 on Saturday, July 27 at the Shangri-La hotel in Colombo. The 27-year-old was crowned by her predecessor Melloney Dassanayaka and will now prepare to represent Sri Lanka at Miss Universe 2025. Kalani Athukorala and Sanduni Hettigoda were announced the first and second runners-up, respectively. Former Miss Earth winner Destiny Wagner from Belize was part of the judging panel. The 74th Miss Universe pageant will be held in Thailand this November. Meet the new Miss Universe Sri Lanka: View this post on Instagram A post shared by amanté Sri Lanka (@amantelk) Photos: Amanté / Instagram

Nadia Mejia-Webb, representing Comunidad USA, was crowned Miss Universe Ecuador 2025 in a national competition held on Saturday, July 26 at Palacio de Cristal in Guayaquil. The 29-year-old model and singer will now prepare to represent Ecuador at Miss Universe 2025 in Thailand this November. Daphne Currat of Tungurahua and Christie Termidor of Región Sierra were named the first and second runners-up, respectively. Christiane Marques of Guayaquil and Mariola Vejarano of Guayas rounded out the Top 5 finalists. Reigning Miss Universe Victoria Kjær Theilvig of Denmark was a special guest at the pageant. The new Miss Universe Ecuador succeeds last year's winner Mara Topić who made the Top 30 at Miss Universe 2024 in Mexico. Nadia is the daughter of Ecuadorian musician Gerardo Mejia and former Miss West Virginia USA Kathy Eicher. She is married to Australian Survivor star and actor Sam Webb since 2023. She is no stranger to pageantry, having won Miss California USA and made the...